What battery does the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 use?

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 uses Panasonic DMW-BLC12 (Li-ion, 7.2V / 1200mAh). When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one.

What memory card does the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 take?

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 uses SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I). The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2TB (SDXC); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards.

Is the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 worth buying used?

It can be worth buying if you want a 12.1 MP effective Panasonic digital camera from 2015 with 1/2.3" MOS (CMOS). Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying.

How do you transfer photos from the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300?

The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying.

PanasonicLumix DMC-FZ300

Release year2015
Sensor type1/2.3" MOS (CMOS)

Specs

Release year: 2015
Megapixels: 12.1 MP effective
Sensor: 1/2.3" MOS (CMOS)
Lens: 25–600mm (35mm equiv), 24x optical zoom, f/2.8 constant (Leica DC Vario-Elmarit)
Memory card: SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I)
Max memory: Up to 2TB (SDXC)
Battery: Panasonic DMW-BLC12 (Li-ion, 7.2V / 1200mAh)
Size: 131.6 × 91.5 × 117.1 mm
Weight: Approx. 640 g (body only, without battery and card)

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 FAQ

What battery does the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 use?: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 uses Panasonic DMW-BLC12 (Li-ion, 7.2V / 1200mAh). When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 take?: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 uses SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I). The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2TB (SDXC); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 worth buying used?: It can be worth buying if you want a 12.1 MP effective Panasonic digital camera from 2015 with 1/2.3" MOS (CMOS). Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Panasonic options, compare Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 (Lumix DMC-FZ38).
How do you transfer photos from the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300?: The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 is worth judging as its own Panasonic long-zoom body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.

What owners like

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 works best when you want zoom-first daylight travel, casual events, and far-away subjects without carrying an interchangeable-lens kit rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm) BSI-CMOS and 25-600 mm equivalent, F2.8 are the main character of the look.

Common complaints

Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.

What to compare

Compare it with Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 (Lumix DMC-FZ2000), Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ80 (Lumix DC-FZ82), Canon PowerShot SX530 HS, Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.

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